| Information for learners with additional needs |
At Newman Library we recognise that students have diverse needs. The library is part of the Learning and Student Support Centre. The Centre has three levels, accessible by lift or stairs (ramp access to the ground floor entrance to the building):
- Ground Floor- access to teaching rooms, refreshment facilities and toilets
- Level One - Main entrance to the library and group/silent study areas. Wheelchair users can use the library for access to the second floor of the Arts Block
- Level Two - Access to teaching room L3 - 1, open access PCs, group study rooms, careers information, literacy support, toilets.
If you experience any difficulties accessing the building or any of its services, please ask for assistance from a member of staff.
Library services and equipment for learners with additional needs include:
Coloured paper for photocopying or printing |
Portable hearing loop |
Different formats of documents or resources on request |
Use of type-talk |
| Signs and notices that follow RNIB clear print guidelines | Access to specialist software and equipment such as; JAWS screen reading software, an OCR scanner, a ReadEasy scanner and a PC magnifier |
| Book retrieval service | A low level section of the issue desk |
| Proxy borrower status | Silent study areas |
| Extended loan type | Photocopy help |
| Coloured overlays | Hand held magnifier |
More help
To request further help or to make suggestions see the library contact information or email the library
Useful websites
For general information about Newman provision for students with additional needs see below for some useful links:
| Disability statement | Student mentors |
| Equality and Diversity Policy | Literacy support |
| Website accessibility | Information for dyslexic students |
Additional useful links
- RNIB A national organisation offering information, support and advice to people with sight problems.
- RNID A national organisation which offers support and information for deaf and hard of hearing people.
- British Dyslexia Association A national organisation which campaigns on behalf of and provides information to people with dyslexia.
- British Council of Disabled People (BCODP) An organisation set up by disabled people to promote their full equality and participation within society.
- Government's Disability Policy Division Policy information about disabled people's rights and information about UK disability legislation.
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